Santa Clara Day Nursery in Santa Ana, CA, enrolls 57 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a city–based early childhood program with a Catholic religious affiliation.
The school employs one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 57:1 for its co–ed day care program.
Located in the Riverview West neighborhood, Santa Clara Day Nursery serves a diverse student body with 100% students of color.
As a Catholic preschool in Santa Ana, it is among local early learning programs offering foundational education for children ages pre–K to K.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Santa Clara Day Nursery ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
57 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Santa Clara Day Nursery?
The application deadline for Santa Clara Day Nursery is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Santa Clara Day Nursery located?
Santa Clara Day Nursery is located in the Riverview West neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Riverview West.
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